I am eagerly anticipating spring. I do miss the luxury of walking out into the garden to pick our fresh herbs and veggies for the day as I describe in this post, The Garden Bounty. Until then, I rely on some hardy herbs that survived the snow, local farmer's markets and organic produce from the grocery … Continue reading Lentil Noodles with Veggie Sauce (Grain and dairy free)
https://youtu.be/jDwiOHpOeKw All of you amazing moms out there cook a lot, many times a day. In fact, I bet you, like I, spend a lot more time in the kitchen than you would like. One of my favorite kitchen hacks is to maximize my time by using my chopping efforts in more than one way. Lots … Continue reading Mommy Hack: Make the most of your time in the kitchen (3 recipes)
I must tell you that I am absolutely 100% ready for spring! I use to LOVE the winter! It meant long runs in the woods in the snow! Mountain biking in the cold winter air. Totally crushing winter workouts were the best. Yes, those were the days. Days of nothing else to do but train, … Continue reading Another truth: The worst part of motherhood
I love making frittatas for lunch because they are delicious cold (in the lunchbox) or warm (at home). Considering my tag line...every bite counts. Frittatas fit that bill perfectly. Leave out the cheese, sausage and bacon! Instead pack it full of antioxidants and polyphenols found in red onions, garlic and herbs! EGGCELENT EGGS! Make sure you … Continue reading Butternut Squash and Veggie Frittata (dairy free)
Consider the power of knowledge and how it can steer your choices. Think about how your lifestyle and behavior choices can determine whether you succumb to chronic illness or stop it before it happens. Raising children is no easy task, trust me I know. Being a mom is a HUGE job! Never in my wildest … Continue reading Real Food Choice: The power of knowledge
Every time I make salmon, the kids favorite part is the skin. Mine too! I suppose they know intuitively know it it one of the most nutritious part of the salmon. According to a university article, omega-3's stored in the salmon's fat are absorbed by the skin during cooking. The skin also helps retain … Continue reading Wild Caught Salmon with Roast Cucumbers and a Creamy Dill Sauce
The boys are in year-round school so they enjoy short, three week breaks every nine weeks. When they are tracked out I plan their lunches differently. They have a lot more meat, veggies and hot meals. They are in first grade and going through the phase of being sensitive to others opinions of them. So, … Continue reading What did we eat over track out?
Homemade crackers? Really? Is that absolutely necessary No, it is not absolutely necessary. But, if you are going to use crackers in your snack or meal plan for the kids, this is an easy and tasty recipe to make. Baking your own crackers at home allows you to control the ingredients and avoid inflammatory ingredients. … Continue reading Grain Free Crackers
Although most of my recipes are about encouraging your kids to build a broad palate through nutrient dense foods. This recipe was about encouraging my husband to expand his palate. 🙂 This recipe is completely atypical for me and very much a gift for my husband who would eat only meat, potatoes, peas, corn, green … Continue reading Grain Free Chicken Pot Pie (nut and dairy free)
The other day, I came home from training and the boys came running out to greet me. Of course like any excited child they were leaping with joy at what they had done. I could barely get out of the car fast enough. When I came inside, this is what I found! They had made … Continue reading Lunch for “Mome”
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